Having trees in your backyard is a wonderful benefit to the property—they improve the look of the landscape and offer shade to enjoy. However, if the trees aren’t maintained, they’ll become sources of pest infestations. Fortunately, getting tree care services can reduce the chances of a bug problem. Here’s why you should book regular appointments with an arborist.

How Tree Care Deters Infestations

1. Minimize Pest Food Sources

Decaying and dead wood are food sources for many insects, including termites. They feed on the cellulose and burrow tunnels through the wood and into the ground. The trees in the backyard are close to your home, so the bugs can easily find your house and eat at its wooden supports. Have an arborist prune diseased and decayed branches from the trees to prevent this costly issue.

2. Remove Bridges to the House

Regardless if you have a new or old roof, there may be small openings near the soffits and eaves for pests to get through. Trees with branches that hang over the roof provide these critters with a convenient path to the holes and crevices. Schedule regular trimming to remove this bridge to your home and make it harder for insects to infiltrate the property.

3. Eliminate Hiding Places

Termites, beetles, and ants are attracted to tree stumps because they provide a safe place from the wind and rain. Critters that use the stump for shelter will eventually seek the same safety in your house once the wood decays.

These pieces of leftover trees can be challenging to remove, as their roots may stem deep into the earth. Call a tree care company to lift the entire structure from the ground, eliminating its appeal to insects.

If you want professional help keeping your trees healthy and maintained, turn to Ohana Tree Services in Mililani, HI. These arborists have provided Oahu homeowners with reliable tree trimming and pruning and stump grinding for over 20 years. View their full list of services online, or call (808) 520-0186 to request a no-obligation quote.